Easy Roasted Pork Tenderloin
A Roasted Pork Tenderloin is the perfect meat dish for a holiday table.
It's fast and easy compared to other options (like a turkey, for example) and is simple and delicious.
Also, did you know that the tenderloin is the leanest cut of pork?
Here, we dress it up with a simple Dijon and garlic rub everyone in your family will love.
INGREDIENTS
- 16 ounces pork tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- sprinkle sea salt
- sprinkle freshly ground black pepper
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat oven to 425 F. Season the pork with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix the mustard and garlic together and rub all over the tenderloin.
- Heat a large nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork and sear until all sides are brown, turning occasionally, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Transfer the pan to the oven and roast until cooked through, about 15 minutes.
- Let the pork rest for 10 minutes.
WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE
A serving of pork contains 50 percent of the daily iron your body needs in an easily-absorbed form. Served at a special dinner alongside roasted root vegetables, mashed sweet potatoes, and other delicious sides, it’s a total winner.